ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Update: Deputy Superintendent Maria Vazquez was named the new superintendent of Orange County Public Schools Tuesday evening.
Vazquez was named to the position after a unanimous vote, though several members expressed their desire for the other finalist, Peter Licata.
OCPS board has selected current Deputy Superintendent Maria Vazquez as its next superintendent by unanimous vote, though several members expressed their desire for the other finalist. @WFTV
— Nick Papantonis WFTV (@NPapantonisWFTV) June 28, 2022
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Orange County Public Schools is one step closer to naming its new superintendent.
The current superintendent, Barbara Jenkins, announced her retirement in February after a decade in the role.
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The district started its search with 15 applicants before deciding on two finalists.
The candidates, Maria Vazquez and Peter Licata, were interviewed by board members on June 21.
READ: OCPS superintendent Barbara Jenkins announces retirement
Vazquez is currently the deputy superintendent in Orange County.
Licata is the regional superintendent in Palm Beach County.
READ: Orange County Public Schools name semi-finalists for superintendent position
School leaders plan to announce a decision at their board meeting Tuesday evening.
The school board interviews finalists for Superintendent tomorrow, June 21. Details are at https://t.co/mVdn1MHyXp; click on the Superintendent Search graphic. The final selection is scheduled for the June 28 school board meeting. pic.twitter.com/JDRB48j2Sn
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